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Managing Your Boss: 12 Things You Need to Know

Step 5: Be loyal.

Never publicly criticize your boss. If others are doing it, don't join in. Instead, walk away and say nothing, or counter with a positive comment.

If you have an issue with your boss, bring it up in private, and don't talk about it with others.

Never go over your boss's head, unless the issue concerns something illegal or immoral.